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Dr. Zaid Brifkani is an American physician of Iraqi-Kurdish descent. He specializes in dialysis and kidney transplantation with a lifelong passion for writing.

His debut novel, The Mountains We Carry, was released in November 2021. His latest novel, Waters Under Baghdad , was published in October 2023,

Growing up in Iraq, Brifkani witnessed many traumatic experiences of war, migration, and political turmoil, which have highlighted his dedication to writing about the negative impact of wars and political struggles.

In this episode,  Dr. Zaid Brifkani shares insights and lessons learned from his writing and publishing journey, along with his thoughts on maintaining a balance between professional life and writing and tips on how to maintain high productivity. 

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